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Lessons From the Jungle

Animals animals all we are
Have come from the jungle that's oh so far!
Happily happily we came dancing here
With many lessons that you all have to hear.

I am the ferocious lion king
The song of Valour is what I sing
Never take a step back in times of peril
Be always a man of pride and virile.

I am the mighty elephant here
I do have an empathetic ear
It's always good to stay grounded
Family turns your life fulfilled.

I'm the little squirrel in the burrow
Unfailingly active in every high and low
Vigilance and resilience are my innate traits
Your effort, I say, opens all the gates.

I am the restless naughty monkey
I am ingenious and witty
Fun and mischief are so vital
In a serious lifestyle for a quick revival. 

I am the curious cub of the bear
My mom is so strict and fair
She taught me the way to make an owlish choice
And to always listen to the clever mind voice. 

Animals animals all we are
Have come from the forest that's oh so far!
Oh dear humans! You're the best of all
Live and let live breaking the wall.

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Vera Duggan

Date: 2/7/2019 9:30:00 PM

Hi Swetha, absolutely love this verse, we can learn a lot from watching animals, really enjoyed this read, Take care.....Vera

Swetha Vangaveti
Date: 4/11/2019 12:23:00 AM

You are right Vera. Glad you enjoyed :)

Sara Kendrick

Date: 1/30/2019 8:01:00 PM

Enjoyed reading your work. Thanks for the visit to my page. Sara

Swetha Vangaveti
Date: 2/1/2019 12:21:00 AM

Glad you enjoyed my work Sara. :) Loved to visit your page and would love to see more :)

Gershon Wolf

Date: 1/30/2019 4:04:00 PM

So wise, witty, and rhythmical … The Sages of old noted that we learn cleanliness from the cat, industriousness from the ant, kindness from the stork, etc. You have now joined their ranks in wisdom---but not in age, OF COURSE. Best wishes, Gershon

Swetha Vangaveti
Date: 2/1/2019 12:21:00 AM

Your words mean a lot Thanks again for your encouraging words. :)

Supraja Kannan

Date: 1/28/2019 6:19:00 AM

Wow! Such a lovely poetry. I enjoyed it. Let's break the wall!

Swetha Vangaveti
Date: 1/28/2019 9:40:00 AM

Yes! We need to understand the importance of living in harmony with all the living beings that share this land with us. Thank you for your visit and the lovely comment.